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Junior Automation Tester

sparksoftcorporation • Remote/Onsite if local to Maryland


No Relocation

Posted: September 28, 2026

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain automated test scripts using BRUNO, Selenium, and Postman.
  • Create and maintain test suites using Scala, JavaScript, SQL, and basic Python.
  • Develop and enhance Gatling performance testing simulations and frameworks.
  • Convert manual test cases into automated test scripts to improve test coverage.
  • Maintain regression test suites to ensure application stability and data integrity.
  • Execute API, functional, integration, and regression testing activities.
  • Collaborate with Agile teams during sprint planning, testing, and defect resolution.
  • Support and enhance existing automation testing frameworks.
  • Evaluate and leverage AI-assisted testing tools, Code Assist, and Generative AI capabilities.
  • Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve testing issues and defects.

Required Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in Test Automation and Quality Engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with BRUNO, Selenium, Postman, and Gatling.
  • Proficiency in Scala, JavaScript, and SQL.
  • Basic knowledge of Python.
  • Experience with API, functional, integration, and regression testing.
  • Intermediate knowledge of the Spring Application Framework.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Strong analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance.
  • Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience supporting CMS or Federal Healthcare projects.
  • Experience with AI-assisted testing tools and Generative AI technologies.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps testing practices.
  • Experience with AWS cloud testing environments.

Education & Certification

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.